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    Care Chronicles

    Annual Report 2022
    2022 Annual Report now Available

    We’re pleased to advise that Ozcare’s Annual Report for 2022 is now available.  This year’s [...]

    02
    Nov
    Sr Mel Dwyer Pope Francis
    Ozcare’s Spiritual Adviser meets Pope Francis

    Ozcare’s Spiritual Adviser, Sister Melissa Dwyer, recently had the immense privilege of meeting Pope Francis [...]

    05
    Oct
    Barbara Lynch
    Legendary volunteer honoured for 70 years in Queensland JP ranks

    A beloved 96-year-old volunteer who has dedicated her life to helping others was honoured this [...]

    29
    Sep
    Wayne Scooter 4
    Motorised scooter supports increased independence

    Wayne (pictured) is one of our valued clients from the Rockhampton branch who started with [...]

    25
    Aug
    Winter Wellness 2022
    Winter wellness tips for vulnerable Queenslanders

    As we unpack our winter woolies and prepare for another cold blast, we share some [...]

    30
    Jun
    Magdalene Villa Farewell
    Magdalene Villa farewells Canossian Sisters

    Earlier this month, members of some of Ingham’s oldest families gathered at the Chapel at [...]

    17
    May
    Mackay Nurse Copy
    Story of tragedy that led soldier into nursing

    A passion to save lives has led Ben Wong all the way from Singapore’s military [...]

    13
    May
    Stroke Awards 2022
    Honoring our unsung heroes – This is Lewis’ story

    Australia’s largest annual celebration of volunteering, National Volunteer Week is on from 16-22 May this [...]

    05
    May
    Volunteer Adrienne Berry Cropped
    A day in the life of an Ozcare volunteer – introducing Adrienne

    We are fortunate at Ozcare to have the support of a wonderful team of volunteers [...]

    13
    Apr
    Delamore Main
    Historic Catholic Precinct Transfers to Ozcare

    Picturesque Delamore House (circa 1890) and popular retirement village, Delamore Retirement Community, located in one [...]

    02
    Mar
    Ozcare
    Lego proving a wonderful outlet to keep the mind active for this 94 year old

    Doug Frazer reignited his love of cars through Lego almost 70 years after his passion [...]

    31
    Jan
    Image Rugby Wheelchair 3 (with Ot) Garry Best 20210831
    Wheelchair Rugby success for Garry and Ozcare’s Allied Health team

    A keen wheelchair rugby player who was having difficulties with the standard ‘pool’ wheelchairs sought [...]

    23
    Dec
    Great grandmother and WW2 survivor rejoices on her 101st birthday

    A great grandmother born at the height of the Russian Revolution celebrated her 101st birthday [...]

    15
    Dec
    Nell Mceachran Resized
    Ozcare client celebrates 105th birthday

    Wishing a very happy birthday to our wonderful client Nellie McEachran on the celebration of [...]

    01
    Dec
    Ah Lisa
    Ozcare’s Allied Health team driving positive change

    Lisa was initially referred to Ozcare Occupational Therapy to help her access the downstairs area [...]

    29
    Nov
    Mackay Opening
    Blessing ceremony for Ozcare’s award-winning Mackay aged-care facility

    Just days after winning a prestigious Queensland construction award, Ozcare’s Mackay aged-care home has been [...]

    22
    Nov
    Paige our youngest Ozheart
    Youngest staff member to receive Ozheart award

    Congratulations to our September Ozheart winner, Paige Pearce, Assistant Coordinator Field at North Lakes. At [...]

    18
    Nov
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    Robots supporting enhanced client care outcomes

    Supporting our wonderful team members at Ozcare’s Hervey Bay, Toowoomba and Mackay Aged Care Facilities [...]

    16
    Nov
    Jo Ozheart Of The Month
    Ozcare Care Assistant recognised by Queensland Ambulance Service

    It takes a special kind of person (and organisation) to provide the vast array of [...]

    25
    Oct
    Annual Report
    2021 Annual Report – Celebrating 25 years caring for our community

    Ozcare’s Annual Report 2021 has been released with the theme ‘25 years of Ozcare’.  It [...]

    21
    Oct
    School Based Apprentices V4
    School-based apprenticeships leading to careers in Aged Care

    If you’ve ever considered a career in aged care, a school-based apprenticeship could be just [...]

    19
    Oct
    Whalesong Hervey Bay Acf
    Memories revived through virtual whale-watching for seniors

    Sea-loving seniors are being transported into a virtual whale playground from the comfort and safety [...]

    28
    Sep
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    10 Tips for Supporting People with Dementia

    We all need to do our part to help improve dementia awareness in Australia.  While [...]

    13
    Sep
    25 Year Anniversary
    25 Years of Ozcare

    1 July 2021 is a very special date for Ozcare. On this day, a quarter [...]

    12
    Jul
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    Malanda WW2 nurse treasures Nightingale memory

    At 104, World War II nurse Edith Lord embodies courage and selflessness – the traits [...]

    12
    May
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    ‘Sunni the spaniel’ provides relief to aged care residents

    Seniors are strengthening their mental and physical wellbeing thanks to regular visits from a therapy [...]

    22
    Apr
    Blog Ozcares Response To Coronavirus Covid 19
    Ozcare’s Response to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

    Ozcare is closely monitoring the Australian Government Department of Health for the latest updates on [...]

    24
    Apr
    Blog Burleigh Aged Care Residents Spread Hope
    Burleigh Aged Care Residents Spread Hope

    While they may be unable to feel the touch of their loved ones, a group [...]

    01
    Apr
    Blog Proud Memories Of War Service Revived
    Proud memories of war service revived for a group of Ozcare residents

    Many proud memories of war service were revived for a group of Ozcare residents following [...]

    18
    Nov
    Blog Doing Things With Heart
    Doing Things With Heart

    At Ozcare we do things with heart, and it’s important that we do because for [...]

    09
    Apr
    Blog Practical Tips For Talking With A Person With Dementia
    Practical tips for talking with a person with dementia

    These days a growing number of us seem to know someone who is living with [...]

    27
    Mar

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